Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup
Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) + Clavulanic Acid (31.25mg)
by Micro Labs Ltd
bottle of 30 ml Powder for Oral Suspension
Schedule H1 drug. Sold only against a valid prescription; the sale is recorded in a register retained for three years.
About this medicine
Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup is a potent antibiotic made up of two active medicines. It is given to children to treat a wide range of severe bacterial infections targeting the ear, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria thereby preventing the infection spread. Give this medicine to your child an hour before or two hours after meals. If your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. Make sure to stick to the prescribed dose because it is given keeping in mind the type of infection, its severity, and the age and bodyweight of your child. In case your child gags and expels the medicine within 30 mins of intake, repeat the same dose but do not double dose if it's the time for the next dose. Some of the minor and temporary side effects of this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, rash, and headache. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if these effects persist or become bothersome for your child, call the doctor right away. Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episodes of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.
Uses
- Treatment of Respiratory tract infection
Benefits
In treatment of Respiratory tract infection
Respiratory tract infections are those infections that can affect the sinuses, throat, airways or lungs. Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup contains two different medicines, Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause respiratory tract infections. Cefpodoxime Proxetil works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefpodoxime Proxetil against bacteria. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
How it works
Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid. Cefpodoxime Proxetil is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefpodoxime Proxetil against bacteria.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Vaginal infection
- Fungal infection of vagina
Safety advice
- KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup is recommended. However, dose modifications may be required in children with severe kidney disease. Consult with your doctor.
- LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup is recommended. However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
If you miss a dose
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule and do not give the double dose to catch up.
Quick facts
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Anti infectives
Frequently asked questions
What if I give too much of Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup by mistake?
Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup is safe and usually an extra dose of it would not do any harm. But since overdose increases the risk of side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition, you must speak to a doctor immediately if you think you have given too much of Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup to your child.
Are there any possible serious side effects of Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup?
Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup?
Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup on a long-term basis?
The doctor may keep a check on your child’s condition by prescribing kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically.
Can Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup impact my child’s digestion?
Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking antibiotics. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may take a hit too. Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup may kill off the good bacteria along with the bad ones too, increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child develops diarrhea while on Microcef-CV 50 Dry Syrup, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Micro Labs Ltd
- Salt composition
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) + Clavulanic Acid (31.25mg)
- Pack
- bottle of 30 ml Powder for Oral Suspension
- Dosage form
- Syrup
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
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The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.